Vintage alcohol miniature La Belle Idée old liqueur red label

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This antique miniature represents a miniature alcohol bottle bearing the name "La Belle Idée". The bottle has a slender, long-necked shape, topped with a golden-looking cap, typical of traditional bottling. The visible side displays a burgundy red cardboard label, adorned with golden lines and detailed inscriptions. The mention "La Belle Idée" appears in golden letters, followed by "Grande Liqueur Française" and other indications in fine print, including "Liqueur & Crème de la Champagne".

The liquid visible through the glass is dark in color, probably related to the nature of the contained liqueur. The label, well-centered on the front, shows signs of wear and slight tears at the bottom, testifying to the age of the piece. No other markings or details are visible on the neck or the upper part, apart from the screw cap with a slightly patinated appearance.

The bottle rests on a varnished wooden base, highlighting the transparency of the glass and the depth of the content's color. The ensemble exudes a retro style, characteristic of miniature alcohol bottles marketed in France in the mid-20th century. The graphic aspect of the label, with its geometric ornaments and typography, evokes a classic and refined aesthetic, sought after by collectors of antique advertising objects.

The visible part of the bottle shows no other inscription or illustration, apart from the main mentions and the stylized crest at the bottom of the label. The liquid fill level appears to be original, with no apparent signs of evaporation in the photographed area.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of wear on the label (tears, signs of age). Cap and bottle in good apparent visual condition. No chips or cracks visible on the shown side.

Did you know? Miniature alcohol bottles, also called "mignonettes", were often offered as promotional samples by French distilleries from the 1930s. They were used to present new products or to promote a brand at events, trade shows, or to prestigious establishments.

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